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#ford #f150 #ecoboost

[@claymorexl]

High Output Ecoboost.... So the Taurus had the SHO. Now the F-150 has the HOE....

[@Constabruity]

Stupid High Output 😂

[@jimrobertson2215]

Under warranty. They fix it for free. Coming off lease this fall. Will move on to no ecoboost ever again

[@timmaw9559]

All I know is that when I'm towing my 10000lb trailer and I'm pulling out to pass, because my hoe has it where it counts. I'm grinning ear to ear. Truth be told..

[@pcmountaindog]

@@timmaw9559 But, will it still be able to do that when it has 200,000 miles on it or will it take a 10,000 dollar trans and engine rebuild. Truth be told? There is a lot to the total truth. Now for those where are rich and can get a new truck every 100,000 miles great, but some of us can't do that. My trucks have to work and earn their keep and some of my employees run the trucks into the ground. If I give them a twin turbo, they are going to have their foot to the floor 90 percent of time and get 10 MPG.

[@mikeschoolcraft21]

The 2.7 eb in the Ranger would be awesome

[@Shakerhood69]

A 5.0 Coyote and a Manual Transmission in the Ranger would be a blast!

[@beemrmem3]

Not enough room for the 5.0. That’s s huge motor.

[@Jv19979]

No the 3.0 eco boost in the ranger would be better

[@glenm2229]

2.7 isn't much of an upgrade from the base 2.3. A 3.0L V6 ecoboost makes much more sense as an upgrade -- and it leaves room for the raptor trim to have a HO 3.0

[@ALMX5DP]

@@glenm2229 the 2.7 would be a great improvement over the 2.3. 55 horsepower and 90lb/ft is a really healthy jump, and I'd be the area under the curve would show and even greater improvement. That being said, if a Coyote wont fit due to size, neither will a V6 EB unless the manifolds are completely reworked. They are pretty massive engines when including all the plumbing.

[@pedrothemexican3360]

So cool how Ford is so considerate of the LGBTQA+ community by offering all the V6 variants.

[@TexasNationalist1836]

Even though the 3.5 ecoboost makes more power and torque keep dreaming the days of the V8 are over and the ecoboost is better but it hurts your precious little masculinity

[@pedrothemexican3360]

@@TexasNationalist1836 Did you skip the days grammar and punctuation were taught? Glad to see you survived your abortion though. Too bad your brain didn't survive. Please tell your mother that I want my half of the abortion money back.

[@franksteinmann6926]

I think the 5.0 Coyote ist an outstanding engine, and I'd always prefer a bullet-proof V 8 over a turbocharged V 6, even if it is more powerful! 395 hp are a decent number in this class, even perfectly appropriate for a Raptor! For those who want more: Just tune it up a bit, 450+ hp coyotes no problem at all!

[@HappyCarReviews]

Coyote V8 5.0 period!

[@MstangMch4]

Why not a 5.0 Coyote Eco-Boost!!! in F-150 & in Mustang!! be killing camaros in your TRUCK!!!!

[@sleeplessvirus]

mike force lol

[@andybub45]

The Coyote is long gone. The new 5.0 is an oil burning pile of junk. In fact, all Ford engines are junk.

[@jimtalbott2894]

@@andybub45 What? Ford= Fix or repair daily? 😁

[@egates]

Can you do a test loop in start and stop traffic with the start/stop eliminator installed versus not installed?

[@Ekimsnegdoh27]

Siff of Neden yes your correct.

[@codywohlers2059]

@@Ekimsnegdoh27 I think a comment got deleted?

[@chadmckinney4518]

I own a 2018 F-150 with 3.5 eco boost. I have been averaging 19.2mpg. I have only 4K miles on the truck.

[@Pilot545]

Ugh...I need to keep my foot out of it. lol. I'm only averaging about 11 mpg. BUT that is mostly city driving and I have an E50 tune...so hard to not have fun. haha

[@EricFortuneJr.]

Michael Godsey Yep that’s the key, keeping the RPMs down. As soon as you spool those turbos up, there’s goes your mpg.. Otherwise I’ve seen a few first gen Ecoboosts with over 200,000 trouble free miles, some pushing 300,000 with O2 sensors and tune ups. No matter what Ford says, I would stay a step ahead on oil changes especially if you pull mountains, drive hard or tow a lot..

[@Jv19979]

@@Pilot545 who cares about mpg

[@Pilot545]

ArchV1 haha... not this guy! I’ll gladly trade mpg for hp and torque 😜

[@Pilot545]

Eric Fortune Jr. Couldn’t agree more. My dad always taught me the most important thing is keeping oil changed. Even more important with this tune.

[@CarGuy5141]

When will Ford catch on that everyone wants the 5.0 in the Raptors??

[@BlueOvals24]

The only people that don't want that wouldn't buy a Raptor anyways.

[@joewood01]

3:52 that's what I'm constantly telling my wife

[@gavinweiler3831]

Joel Eastwood lmaooo

[@humbertogomez3907]

🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂😂

[@lookoutnow4996]

Damn😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@chadwalker8859]

My 2018 3.5 ecoboost XLT 4x4 super crew cab averages 20.5 mpg. I couldn’t be happier with engine and the truck. I just hit 34,000 miles.

[@harveyhenry3598]

I have the same truck, 13000 miles so far, same experience as yours.

[@oldmanjankens6016]

Harvey Henry “

[@tomvana4270]

I have the same with 31.000 miles and it's in the shop as we speak for rattling timing chains. NOT GOOD!

[@eljuancho2]

lets see how much it cost to repair those turbos at 100,000+ miles

[@Brucev7]

@@eljuancho2 Whewww!

[@paulrodrigues9603]

I have a 2018 F150 STX w/ 3.5L EcoBoost w/ the 10 speed. I had to drive from Florida to Rhode Island. I got 25.1 mpg and w/ the 800+ mile range I only had to stop once for gas. I have pictures if needed. The STX engine sound is not augmented. I never hear anyone complain that a lot of BMW's are augmented. Lame complaint!!! Auto stop/start … after 9 months of driving you don't even notice anymore.

[@paulrodrigues9603]

@The94GTC 2wd but my 2015 4X4 wasn't much different on the highway too.

[@slick_rickmcquick387]

I dont need pictures i believe you. Drove my 2017 3.5 ecoboost 10 spd. Round trip from Wisconsin to Colorado and toured round the mountains. 24.4 mpg for whole trip. Crew cab, 6.5 box, 3.55 gears. And it still had great power in the mountains. That being said i wasnt pushing it. I know if you crank em up to 80+ mph they like to suck gas.

[@Tf9500]

I have a 3.3l in a reg cab 4x4 long box and it gets 11.3liters/100k. 20 mpg. It has enough power to pull my Lincoln welder. In the 80’s trucks a lot heavier where being pulled around with less. I like the extra room under the hood and the lack of turbos should make it last longer. So far so good!

[@Bradington]

I think the same thing about the mid-size pickups. They have more HP and similar torque to even Heavy Duty trucks from the 80's and 90's.

[@Tman0517]

That's what I've been saying with my 3.5l n/a v6 in my 2016, the power is great compared to the 90's trucks we have at my job and most 90's half tons in general. And I find I never really go above 3000rpm, but I'm also in a regular cab with 6.5" bed so the power to weight ratio is great. I dont think these base v6 options get enough credit for what they do.

[@Jv19979]

Turbos dont make the engine less dependable if the engine is built up to have one. My car has a turbo hax 200.,000 k miles diesels have turbos. Ford built the ecoboost to be able to handle more power than they come with

[@Tf9500]

ArchV1 I don’t have a problem with the turbos, but I’ve heard of a few trucks that had trouble under 100000km with the turbos maybe people didn’t change the oil on time, one truck the guy said it would out run his old cummins pulling a horse trailer. I put mine in sport mode and it has lots of power and is a bit of fun.

[@yodawg3469]

All of the engine's produced today are putting out more hp/tq than the one's from the mid 90's on down,pretty impressive how the 4 and 6 cyl's are putting the power down.

[@poppyneese1811]

2.7 ecoboost and very surprised by how strong and quiet it is every time I get behind the wheel! The reason I got it was big daddy Nathan’s smile when he took the 2.7 to the race track, I thought Nathan has drove everything and loves it, I’m a grandpa with a pretty Red Truck that will fly and looks so good when me and my beautiful lady for the last 37 year go on our weekly date night, we’re kids again in my ole 67 fast back mustang, I call it my pony truck!

[@BUILTDIESELMAFIA]

Best engine is hands down the 3.5 ecoboost. Period.

[@Garth2011]

After 60,000 miles of towing, it will be worn out.

[@AlejandroGarcia-ss5uk]

The 5.0 Engine is the best engine all day long

[@HP.Customs]

Until you get out towed by a 3.5ltr ecoboost.

[@Pofdmanaxe]

H&P Customs this guy clearly doesn’t own a ford. 3.5 is by far the best engine hands down it wins in every category

[@Pofdmanaxe]

Wymon Watson I don’t know where you heard this from but I sell ford cars part time and the techs tell me all of the eco boost and coyotes come In so rarely for problems it’s reliability is not an issue. Most of the time it’s a transmission issue the trucks come back to the dealership. But the coyote is a great engine the 3.5 is just slightly better. Just get in one and tow with it and you’ll know what I’m talking about.

[@Jv19979]

In 20 years the f150 will have a 0.5

[@Jv19979]

@Wymon Watson yeah haha im just waiting on the bronco ill trade my mustang for one befor my f150

[@izuksammy]

Even the Ford technicians prefer the 5.0 for reliability.

[@bluemut55]

Ford technicians drive Rams

[@andybub45]

Most reliable out of the unreliable

[@warsquirt]

Too bad it comes with that horrible 10 spd.

[@jonsmith8083]

Ford technicians will never be out of work. Lmao

[@jonsmith8083]

Just the Facts they sell a jumper wire to fix that

[@philip600rr]

Patiently waiting for the new Super Duty with the 7.3 gas engine. 👍

[@dierrickyoung5501]

Yes

[@MontysMotos]

I've been pretty anxious to see that myself.

[@williamschuman4951]

Interesting

[@icu_corey_rn_903]

I’d go with the 5.0 simply because when I buy a truck I drive the wheels off of it my current silverado is 12 years old and my truck before that was 14 I just simply trust a good old v8 over the 3,5 for the long haul

[@Celtics20]

Same here, I just got the 5.0. planning on driving it to the ground. My last truck was a 02 Silverado

[@johngriffin8853]

The 5.0 will last longer for sure! I have a 1997 F-150 with 4.6 and I have over 200k and it still runs great and sounds great also just replace the headers on it this time I put stainless steel ones on I've had this truck for 21years

[@alexpietrangeli6669]

@@johngriffin8853 be careful of the 2018 and 2019 5.0 they make a knocking noise and some consume oil

[@AustinC2838]

@@Celtics20 Nice man. Any issues with it?

[@AustinC2838]

@@alexpietrangeli6669 Yeah Ive heard that too

[@nicholaswegman7419]

I have a 16 F-150 3.5 Eco, I regularly get 19-20 combined. On the highway I get 22-25 mpg. Over the life of the truck, from 2016 to current day I am getting 18.6. If you cant get the mileage you aren't trying. Keep in mind, I do NOT drive the speed limit. Usually 5 to 10 over. When I tow I get 12-15. I love the best they could come up with as a negative on the 3.5 was the augmented sound. Get over yourselves! I love my 3.5 Eco and would recommend to anyone!! I have had 2 and both were awesome!

[@martywilkinson6722]

I love my 2.7 Ecoboost. I've towed some large boats with it and its been great. Great mileage as long as you don't drive it too hard. Very quick especially in sport mode. I don't tow 10K + loads with mine, so I can honestly say I have no complaints at all. I have 37K miles so far.

[@USA____]

Marty Wilkinson any problems?

[@ThePete2432]

Lug nuts are a major issue, I hope they come up with solid replacements... spent over $400 so far

[@beemrmem3]

You shouldn’t be towing over 10,000lbs with a half ton anyway

[@martywilkinson6722]

@@USA____ No, so far so good. I have not had a single mechanical issue with it.

[@USA____]

Marty Wilkinson good! Glad to hear.

[@dereks8786]

I have a 2018 with the 2.7 and it's awesome. Unless your consistantly towing 10k it's all you really need.

[@nathan3306]

It’s not towing weight that’s the problem, it’s payload.

[@timmaw9559]

I'll put my 3.5 EcoBoost up against your hemi any day...lol

[@TyeWills]

I have the V8 in a 2016. It’s been great so far.

[@noneya3619]

Get the 5.0 or earlier 4.6. There... confusion now gone.

[@guyconnell2250]

I just picked up a 2019 Silverado with the 6.2. I simply don't understand how the auto-stop feature is annoying. It is almost seamless and eliminates wasting gas idling at red lights. I don't get it.

[@nlitenurmind]

It's the stop and go traffic, congested stop signs, and max A/C shut downs that annoy me but that's why there is a button to turn it off. Plus you can put it in tow/haul or sport mode to deactivate.

[@CrimeVid]

Depends how much you like replacing starter motors, how much does it cost to change one on your Silverado ?

[@nlitenurmind]

@@CrimeVid Before I bought my truck I read somewhere Ford tested the stop/start and it was solid for at least 250,000 cycles. Which is about 70 stop/starts per day for 10 years. I wouldn't worry about it, dude.

[@kaiserkase3462]

I don’t mind mind the auto start stop 95% of the time because the weather is so nice in SoCal (FLEX) but it’s annoying when I want the A/C on. Good thing there’s a button to disable it lol

[@garys2157]

@@kaiserkase3462 It shouldn't shut down if the AC or heat is turned up and demanding power.

[@massalo85]

Watching this after just completing a 4000+ mile trip from Florida to the Grand Canyon in my 2018 3.5 L F150 XLT 4x2 and I was able to average 24 miles to the gallon at an average speed I would say about 70 and 75 in Texas

[@Jv19979]

Why buy a 2 wheel drive get a 4x4

[@ALMX5DP]

@@Jv19979 why by a 4wd if you dont need it?

[@justinluttrell1769]

Sounds about right if you're cruising at a reasonable speed. My V8 2WD XLT just barely topped that on a similar trip. But I fought a lot of headwind in West Texas so it hurt the mpg bad trying to keep it at 80.

[@paulhunter9613]

@@ALMX5DP sir archibald probably drives on a gravel road once in awhile so he feels he needs it

[@cschmi9624]

Thank you for making this. Basically confirmed that I want a 3.5L but great information in one video.

[@robertrichardson9953]

I love my 3.5. Tow Airstreams and other towable RV'S 5 days a week with mine with no trouble

[@timmaw9559]

I tow a 10000lb rv with my 3.5 EcoBoost. Gotta love that torque.

[@cschmi9624]

@@timmaw9559 What kind of gas mileage you getting when you do that?

[@jermdawg2805]

Been very happy with my 17 3.5. I drive it easy most the time and keep the oil changed. 20k down and zero problems.

[@timmaw9559]

@@cschmi9624 I just looked at computer on truck, its showing 14.1L per 100km, life time average mileage. That's towing and every day driving. I have 42000 km on it. You do the math if you want to convert to miles per gallon.

[@michaelsiountres6556]

No question about it the 5.0 is the best

[@benitojr4332]

NO, the 5.0 has typewriter tick.and it is. it is normal

[@HP.Customs]

Until you get out towed by a 3.5ltr ecoboost.

[@cschmi9624]

It is for some instances but the 3.5L is still pushing the coyote at the top.

[@benitojr4332]

the ecoboost a is also bad.she has timing chain stretch. which causes rattle at start up. due to tentioner taking up the slack

[@nlitenurmind]

Fake News!

[@RockyTop1911]

Might as well say the Raptor is 70K to 80K.

[@jaredchampagne2752]

Pricing of a ford raptor start at 52k and max out at 71-72k for every single bell and whistle, but you can get a nicely equipped raptor for 60k.

[@jimtalbott2894]

Depends where your from I guess. I priced a Raptor at a dealership and they are asking $95,000.00. In Lynnwood Washington. Price of cars and pickup trucks went up 26% in the last 12 months. W.T.F.!

[@rozzbourn3653]

I would say for 90% of truck users, the 2.7l ecoboost offers the most balanced price/performance of all the motors. bar the HO 3.5, its also the quickest 0-60.

[@Fishguy13]

I have a 2005 f350 with the 5.4 under 100k and I have a 1994 f150 with the 4.9l straight 6 and they are both awesome and require low maintenance on everything the 94 is a mud truck and f350 a pavement tow rig

[@jonsmith919]

Base V6 is still good motor, but for extra 1k it’s a no brainer to get 2.7

[@francesco1998]

Brandon Dreher Yeah so they will buy used. But will they be able to buy a 2.7 when the trucks 15 years old with 150000 miles on it? At that point the Motors reliability is called into question

[@joerutkowsky3261]

I was told it cost $5000 to replace or rebuild the turbos . ? They are always spooled so the towing power it there all the time. So i am sure they wont last as long as car turbos that are not spooled all the time . Sure if you trade your truck in all the time. No problem. But i drive mine till i cant anymore.

[@joerutkowsky3261]

I have the 3.5L non turbo. And was told by my dealer that it has the same internals as the 3.5L twin turbo. So i am hoping that it is a tough motor and will laat a long time.

[@francesco1998]

Joe Rutkowsky The 3.5’s turbos aren’t always spooled, that’s kind of inaccurate, they are a twin-scroll design. Basically it spools up almost instantly.

[@francesco1998]

Joe Rutkowsky It should yea. Ford makes good engines. (Except the tritons those were junk.)

[@jorrick66]

I’ve had my 2018 3.5 ecobeast for a little over a year now, and have consistently gotten 21-22 mpg combined. Granted I live in the Midwest where our highest elevation is 1,700 ft, but I’ve been thoroughly impressed with it. Pretty anxious to see if the rumors of the twin turbo v6 Tundra are true.

[@glassmw9823]

I’m from the future. It’s true.

[@jadeddragon4254]

Don't believe him, my name is John Connor and I'm from the future future, he's an assassin

[@pryme2013]

The sad thing is I'd take the NA 3.3 with 6spd if I needed the most reliable ford F150 option. 99.9% of ppl dont need more.

[@jmcd1234]

I was lent one while my 5.0 was getting bedliner and tint. I was actually pretty impressed with it while driving around town. Didn't get a chance to test it on freeway.

[@ALMX5DP]

If talking about larger options, I'd go Ford, but if talking about the base engines, I'd definitely go GM 4.3. That engine is phenomenal for it's size and weight. Perfect for lighter duty 1/2 stuff. If Ford kept/ updated the 3.7 or even 3.5 I might change my tune, but I feel it needs more than a 3.3 liter if not aided by pressure.

[@vanillathunder8112]

I might get a 3.3 liter, is it a dumb buy?

[@ALMX5DP]

Joel Marlo I don’t think it’s a dumb buy, just depends on what kind of deal is out there and what your wants and needs are. The 3.3 is still paired with the older 6-speed auto, which isn’t as updated as the new 10-speeds but may be a better long term unit (though both maybe equal, kinda a crapshoot there). Sometimes you can find deals on the more powerful models too, so like I mentioned depends on what you prioritize.

[@vanillathunder8112]

Alan Bowers I’m just a city driver and occasionally tow light stuff in the bed so I don’t need anything bigger, but they’re selling tons of the 2018 super crew, with the 301a package, so it’s kinda just a basic truck and they all have the 3.3l for around 22-25k in my area and I’ve been really curious if that’s a good deal? And if the engine is a good and reliable engine to have for years and years?

[@guyontheinternet8891]

Coyote V8 engine all the way!

[@sock979]

It just makes me sick to hear that a truck cost $60,000 I know that inflation rises and trucks now have more stuff than they used to but I still remember when I was a kid my dad got a 1991 Ford F-250 lariat 8 foot bed fully loaded and it was like $22000

[@nlitenurmind]

My 2017 3.5 xlt fx4 has been exceptional. Very quiet with mucho power on reserve. 21mpg combined. No issues to 14k mi. With 36 gallon tank I can get a range of nearly 800 miles when I stay off the freeways. 😎

[@dapoppa2256]

Mr. Ferrari said the cheapest way yo make more horse power is to lose weight. I went from the 5.0 to the 3.5 EB on my new King Ranch, it is the better engine for pure driving experience. 19MPG in the city, 25?? on the HWY? WOW. In all fairness that was in eco mode.

[@Jberenguer2894]

5.0l coyote supercharged is what I do

[@mcf3778]

For people with deep pockets its all about finding some take out mustang cams and intake and Adding a VMP BLOWER

[@alvaromora5910]

You would get terrible gas mileage though...

[@mcf3778]

Only if you put your right foot deep into it... Ain't like the 3.5eb gets great fuel economy when its doing 20psi

[@alvaromora5910]

@@mcf3778 superchargers are known for putting performance over fuel economy.

[@mcf3778]

@@alvaromora5910 that goes for all power adders once you get out of the vacuum range

[@ms1406]

2.7 ecoboost for me I love mines!!

[@AZSilverbug]

If you are keeping your truck for only the warranty years, a 3.5 Eco-boost is fine... if longer, get the 5.0... no brainer... when the turbos fail... and tehy WILL: $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$!!!

[@mikehaws3187]

Had many a f 150. Always buy the v8. Cheapest over time. Lasts long long time

[@mikedurham3563]

My 3.5L EB doesn't have augmented sound, thankfully. I have no issues with start stop, with the exception of stop signs where it can be too quick to shut down the engine. But, take your foot off the brake and the engine comes back to life before you can get to the gas anyway.

[@LukasDubeda]

The problem with this is: it doesn't save anything, quite contrary. Real-world testing showed this nonsense consumes more oil, goes more heavy on the engine and in the end you won't save any gas and more importantly, due to higher oil consumption, it doesn't save the environment at all. It's a political bullshit, once again, nothing else.

[@mikedurham3563]

@@LukasDubeda that's where you're wrong. Motor companies wouldn't make the investment in software and drivetrains if there wasn't a gas mileage or emissions benefit, it makes no economic sense to do so. The savinffs all depend on your drive cycle. A lot of highway driving of course would see near zero benefit, but a standard commute with stop lights will net larger returns. As far as engine damage, that's nonsense from biased/old school 3000 mile oil change people. The engines are modified to retain oil near friction points to prevent wear, which is minimal in a warmed up engine anyway. And there is no physical way for starting your engine to increase oil consumption. The puff of blue smoke from a worn engine is due to the time the oil has had to slip past seals, it is still consuming oil through worn seals during operation, but you just can't see the smoke due to the amount.

[@BreckoniousMaximus]

I'm glad Ford has so many engine options for people to chose from. Living in the Mountain west, I'd stick with the 3.5 ecoboost for sure. However, if I lived in the Midwest or south, the 5.0 might be a consideration.

[@chrispenny1422]

I have a 3.5 I'm getting 17.4 mpg not bad love the power n torque

[@pedrothemexican3360]

So cool how Ford is so considerate of the LGBTQA+ community by offering all the V6 variants.

[@ocrapo9327]

@@pedrothemexican3360 lol.. 3.3 v6 N/A is a work truck engine

[@pedrothemexican3360]

@@ocrapo9327 If you say so

[@davidg5965]

I'm from Arizona where the elevation is above 5,000 - would you recommend the 3.5 or 5.0? I'm in the market for one and would like your opinion

[@OliG2]

No matter what everyone thinks or says, the 2.7 EB with 10A is the best engine for 90%+ of pickup truck owners! Unless you want to tow more than 8000lbs regularly, nothing beats its efficiency (without a load), its overall power, torque, etc.

[@ericjosey844]

Do have to run premium gas with the 2.7?

[@OliG2]

Eric Josey no, the manual says minimum 87 octane and if towing close to max load for an extended period to use 91 octane, but other than that I have not seen any difference in my truck in terms of performance or MPG with either type of gas despite many trials in hot and cold weather.

[@clydewilson1141]

I have a 2019 F-150 with the 2.7 V-6. It is fabulous!

[@11riehldeal]

Any issues since this?

[@EmeryJude]

Cool! I'll take that High Output in a reg cab short bed and put some "Lightning" stickers on it! Ahh, if only...

[@s4_nick605]

e luquette no. thats not a lightning. get a coyote with a roush supercharger and then maybe...

[@justinluttrell1769]

Man you can't have a Lightning without a V8 roar.

[@DRugfree1987]

Could always get a 5.0 regular cab then slap a supercharger on it. Would be a hell of a lot cheaper and faster than a limited 3.5ho

[@thanglieu9268]

2.7 for me

[@bobdennis4801]

Mr Truck was able to meet the EPA rating with his personal truck on his you tube channel.

[@CanadianBeachcomber]

There is a device to deactivate the automatic Stop/Start feature? OMG truck tech is out of control.

[@frankiemarkasovic2407]

Chris Devarenne i know GM has the option to turn it off, per my Chevy sales guy

[@USA____]

Frankie Markasovic you can disable it on the f-150 with a button

[@larrybe2900]

@@USA____ Mine hasn't activated in quite some time. Not complaining but would like to know why. Early on it did quite regularly but the last year but once or twice.

[@k3v015Mk]

I just unplugged a wire under the steering column on my 2.7 eco truck and it disabled auto/start stop permanently. You'll lose function of your trailer lights, but if you only tow once in a while it's no big deal to plug the wire back in when needed.

[@CannonFodder873]

@@k3v015Mk ...you can dummy it out permanently with a jumper (paperclip) in the back of the switch. No trailer light issues.

[@jmc6000]

And yet the Ranger only has ONE, really Ford!?!

[@beemrmem3]

You can get an f150 for less then a Ranger right now..

[@fordman2698]

JMC 6000 I wish a V8 was still operated in the Expedition. A V6 is a good option for people who like a quieter engine, but I love that V8 rumble. They should also include the 3.0 Powerstroke.

[@willie9397]

@@beemrmem3 Ranger will go places f150 wont, like some garages, parking spots, off road trails(some), yeah some more options for the ranger would be nice but practicality wins in my case

[@victorgirouard1543]

Drive one the ranger only needs 1 engine option its a beast and throw a 5 star tune at it 350 hp and 400 ft lbs of torque absolutely a beast I love mine I smoke 5.0 coyote f 150 all the time actually I send them to gapable bees!

[@TheDaltonmichaels]

they truly missed out on something epic by not offering the 3.5 ecoboost Ho , in a single cab rwd format with 3.73 gears. they could offer it in 1 trim only with very very few selectable options to keep costs down , they'd have a truck that would be faster than a dodge challenger easily. call it idk f150 lightning. lol

[@Perry2186]

A lighting should be available in 3 engine options 3.5 eco boost H.O. 6.2l v8 single turbo and a supercharged 5.0 yote

[@kaiserkase3462]

Yes. Do it. Do it now ford!!

[@justinw.2376]

Perry2186 what about the new 7.3 with a supercharger lol

[@TheDaltonmichaels]

@@justinw.2376 its still a half ton and it still has to pass emissions testing and standards. if the 3.5 HO is as good as ford guys prop it up to be i dont see why only having a 3.5 would be an issue. besides you can already configure yourself a 5.0 single cab 2wd truck it you want , but only in xlt trim which kinda sucks. Also they wont let you have a 3.73 rear ratio in a 2wd single cab 5.0 powered xlt for whatever reason. but a dealer could probably make that happen after the fact and still be under warranty.

[@justinw.2376]

Dalton Michaels we’re talking about a theoretical truck similar to what the old lightning was. And who cares what rear end the factory will give you. That’s never stopped people from doing anything.

[@thedoubleop]

I have the 2.7 Twin Turbo Ecoboost and it's pretty awesome. 10speed is interesting, 7th gear at 35mph. 325hp, 400tq. This engine is definitely underrated.

[@booya6437]

Underrated? That’s their volume seller right now

[@thedoubleop]

@@booya6437 people scoff that I only got a 2.7 and that I'm not towing a yacht to work everyday.

[@gusdelmoba3185]

@@thedoubleop I hate when people talk about towing but never tow anything. If you don't need it that is wasted power, money and gas.

[@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080]

I agree, it is under rater. I believe it produces more then 325 hp and 400 ft lbs of torque. It should also have the same payloads as the 5.0L but it does not. It should also be rated to tow as much as the 5.0L in some trucks, like the regular cab SWB, but it isn't. It's all marketing.

[@Bart12349]

Are you related to Bailey Ford?

[@PsalmFourteenOne]

I'm leaning towards the 5.0 and adding forced induction but if I was a person who was just going to leave the truck stock then the EcoBoost would definitely be the best choice. People who talk smack about the 3.5 EcoBoost have never driven one. I had one for work. it's quicker and more powerful than any stock V8 truck.

[@jacknabstedt3222]

I've driven them. I don't like them, they drive nice but it was a friends truck and it was always in the shop.

[@bluemut55]

I owned the 3.5 Eocboost in a 2019 F150 Platinum. Ford couldn't fix the dead miss. They helped me buy a Ram. I shit you not.

[@williammartin2374]

@@bluemut55 What is the "dead miss" that you speak of, can you expand?

[@bluemut55]

@@williammartin2374 Here's the story William. I buy a 2019 Ford F150 Platinum with the 3.5 Ecoboost engine. Lovely truck. Second day the miss starts. Try to hold a constant speed and the engine is missing. You can actually watch the fuel consumption gag jumping. So I go to the dealership. We fixed it they say; ambient air sensor in the rearview mirror. I drive home and it happens again. I make another appointment and the dealership gives me a rental. Another 2019 F 150. I head home and it's doing it too. So I get a call two days later "come get the truck" I go to the dealership and they are embarrassed. They said they couldn't fix it and found the problem with others on their lot. I'm told that Ford is trying to fix the problem but nothing so far.I'm told I'm going to have to live with it. I talked to the service manager who tells me to go behind the dealership and see the Rams sitting there. "They belong to the mechanics" I'm told. So I get in touch with Ford who reveal that it's true. They tell me they will get a fix.They call me in two weeks time and say there is a fix and "we mailed the disk to the dealership". Right. Two weeks later and it still hasn't arrived. I call bull s**t and they help me buy a Ram. They arranged the deal and I traded in the F150. Now drive a Ram. Too bad because I loved the Ford but that dead miss (like there's water in the fuel or a bad plug) was too much to take. Maybe they fixed it, I don't know and I don't care anymore. Cost me 4K to up-grade to the Ram but the truck is flawless so far.

[@dougregan4752]

If I could get a new one it would be 5.0 for sure. I have a 2005 with 240,000 miles on it. It's the 5.4 3v. The only thing I would have liked if I could have gotten it with a manual transmission ! Ford bring back the manual transmission!!!!!

[@peterad1529]

5.0 our daily driver work truck has over 40k miles no issues. I'm curious about the tick some speak of. I'll have to listen close this week. I'd consider a 2.7

[@beemrmem3]

I don’t know why anyone would need more then the 2.7 eco in a 1/2 ton. You shouldn’t be towing over 7500lbs or so with one. Even then, if you’re towing that much often, at least get a 250

[@ALMX5DP]

What happens if you are towing more, but not necessarily often?

[@bradjohnson4787]

My 3.5 eco is unbelievable - I pass all the "big boys"! I'm getting 20 not towing.

[@cz1always608]

Just for a left over 2018 and went with the 5.0 cannot be happier Of course it’s a new truck

[@loganholmberg2295]

Not a lot of horsepower? lol. That v6 puts out 30 more hp than the v8 in my 2001 F150 ever did. Almost 300 hp out of a V6 is still respectable and I wouldn't be ashamed to drive it. It and the v8 arestill probably going to be more reliable than an eco boost over the long run too. I know that's probably not true anymore but i'll take less complexity in a vehicle I plan to keep 10 or 15 years any day of the week. What probably really sucks about the V6 is that you probably can't get any options like a decent infotainment system with that engine. That is what I truly hate. Its 2019 if I want a V6 or a bench seat let me at least be able to order the upper end options if I want. That's one of the reasons I drive a GMC instead of a Ford now. Not that GMC is any better. You still can't get GPS in their trucks if you want a bench seat. My 2014 has almost every option you can get and still have a bench seat. I would have gotten more but you can't get a sun roof, GPS, heated seats and a few other options if you want a bench seat. I have really long legs. I can't stand consoles.

[@peterlawrason5874]

Same reason i wenr with gm.

[@loganholmberg2295]

@@peterlawrason5874 I also went with GMC because of the dash. I loathe the plastic dash on the new Fords and the "soft" touch dash on the GM was an instant hit with me. I might have gone Dodge but I haven't found a Dodge seat I found comfortable since they merged with Daimler. Getting used to what felt like armored car visibility on the GM compared to my old 2001 Ford was something to get used to though.

[@peterlawrason5874]

@@loganholmberg2295 yup gm to me had the most amount of old school options, leather bench seat, consle shifter, a key, ect... however no company offereds what i would consider perfect. Id love a small naturally aspirated V6 powertrain with the least amount of electronic options (even roll up windows) for fuel economy, payload gains but still have leather seats and minimal plastic interior.

[@loganholmberg2295]

@@peterlawrason5874 Yeah there something to be said for a basic truck with a comfortable interior. Would make a great road trip/camping rig. It's what I miss about my old 2001 F150 (except for the all plastic dash of course)

[@texteb]

2.7 for me is doing well

[@11riehldeal]

any issues since this?

[@texteb]

@@11riehldeal no!

[@gamin_draven2878]

The good old 5.0 coyote

[@toolhead147]

I would like to see all those engines at 200k miles. We know the v8 will be running still will the others too?

[@nicholaswegman7419]

I work at a Ford dealership, and yes they make 200k. I have seen many!

[@rogerlopez1745]

More like 300k just fixed one the transmission finally went out and customer used to drive a tacoma he abuse the shiit out of the f150 2012

[@dafarmer3721]

2016 5.0 with 47,000 miles been great wanted a 2.7 but ended up with a 5.0 xlt 302A basically a lariat without leather been really good wish for better mileage not bad now and better hauling capacity. Bought with 7400 miles

[@rogerlopez1745]

I got the 2.7 2018 but i was looking for the 5.0 but at the time every truck was sold they just can keep those coyote trucks on the dealer but i'll still happy with 2.7 though but i will rather have the v8.

[@dafarmer3721]

roger lopez after close to another 20,000 miles my fuel mileage is steady at 19.8 Varys on wind and hills but I drove from Bandon oregan to Iowa and got 22. Mpg interstate

[@dafarmer3721]

roger lopez I did have a warranty claim for my 4x4 it basically grenaded and had to be replaced probably due to over use on icy roads due to shit tires

[@FC-eb6zs]

V8 all day. Sound shivers my timbers

[@jacobsebastien3910]

Aye matie'

[@leeprice2849]

It's easy 5.0 V8

[@kurtzgarfield358]

I love my 2.7 ecoboost. I get 24mpg hwy in a 4x4 supercab. Never got below 20mpg for city.

[@11riehldeal]

Any issues since this?

[@jacobsebastien3910]

5.0 v8 coyote engine 💪🇺🇸

[@TheDaltonmichaels]

from what i have figured out is that you can order fleet trucks through third party vendors , typically in my experience you can buy trucks from industrial supply companies for example fastenal. SO im curious if you could order the base diesel f150 through them since they are a fleet buyer.

[@michaelbates5202]

Dalton Michaels Got mine at a dealer that had a fleet ordered truck that wasn’t taken. I got a great deal on it.

[@lukecoppersammy]

Why don't they make a 5.0 EcoBoost?!?!

[@mischiefmachinellc]

They wouldn't sell any thing else.

[@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080]

They kind of do!? Ford does have a supercharger kit available for the 5.0L V8.

[@natefigueroa]

They make a 6.0 diesel that's variable Turbo. Biggest piece of shit on the road but it's fast.

[@johndoe-bk3de]

it would probably make so much power they would have to upgrade the rest of the truck to handle it...which in that cause you might as well get a 250

[@francesco1998]

Too powerful for what you need.

[@patriciagantz377]

Ok I’m retired from all the towing , hauling , racing , big motor sounds and all the other crap you think is important ! I’ll put an occasional load from the lumber yard but , I’m done beating up my trucks . I bought my 2019 2.7 F-150 in May and it is the quickest truck I’ve ever owned . I just drove it to Florida from NY and getting off and ON the interstate was easy ! The only problem I’ve had is at 7,000 miles I went to get in it and it was COMPLETELY DEAD , like NO battery was in it . Half hour later I went to jump it and it was fine ! The next day I brought it to the dealer and no codes ! It was like it never happened ! It had to be a computer thing . Other than that one incident , I’m 100% 2.7 !

[@DDIAZ-we4dz]

Solution. Ecoboost 5.0? Nothing like a twin turbo v8!

[@PrivateEyeYiYi]

I'll settle for an available aftermarket supercharger.

[@gusvera5334]

I had 13 5.0 now i have the 18 2.7 and i love it im getting 19.4 real mpg

[@robertharris9469]

My fully loaded F150 Lariat 4x4 3.0 diesel with average mpg city hwy combined over 24,000 miles has been 25.1 mpg and I do love this fully loaded truck. I have worked on a couple of base model F150 commercial fleet recently with the 3.0 diesel.

[@thatrudager]

26mpg here. Real-world mixed driving. 175,000 kms (110,000 miles). Dips down to 23mpg-21mpg when the air or fuel filter starts to get old. Yes, both effect fuel economy.

[@jwkeller28]

ford version of the 10 speed automatic transmission is having alot of problems with clutch material getting hot and crystallizing, have to rebuild at about 36,000 miles

[@wildbill23c]

Good to know they still can't build a transmission for all the electronic garbage they have...the old C6 3 speed mechanical/hydraulic transmission in my 88 F250 has never had any problems and its going on 600k miles most of which were towing/hauling miles.

[@dochollywood1921]

I've never heard that before. Sure it's not an isolated issue? From what I've read, most of the time its just clunky/rough shifting on the 2017-2018 transmissions, something that a reflash of the computer fixes.

[@paulhunter9613]

@@dochollywood1921 josh is a Toyota fan obviously

[@rhino6285]

Great video I own since new a 2002 F150 XLT Super Cab 5.4 Triton 2 valve 4x4 with 4 speed auto 135,000 miles with 3.55 tow package and happy that I get 16 mpg.

[@Islandpandemonium]

I have a 2001 f150 XLT 2wd 4.6 V8 176,000 miles been driving with coil problem for 15 years 17.5 miles per gallon , you get used to it for the reliability. Working on replacing front suspension parts etc.

[@mojorisin7371]

As much as I like the power numbers of both turbo charged V6's I would most certainly choose the V8. Hands down best motor overall. The best balance and is going to be much more reliable and better sounding. Hope Ford continues to offer V8 options. But I can certainly see the attraction to the turbo charged V6's.

[@nateg08]

I agree with the sound, but the rest goes to my 2015 3.5. Best truck I've ever had. Never a problem, and it pulls much better than the 5.0. Hauls a camper on a weekly basis (in east TN mountains) and doesn't burn or leak an ounce of oil. Every one I know with am EB loves it.

[@datapro007]

5.0L V-8 for me. Proven durability for the long haul.

[@jonsmith8083]

All the electronics and blown turbos will cost you in the long run

[@matthewbond4536]

I have a 19 2.7L XLT ecoboost with the Fx4 package its all the truck ill need.

[@T-WashMD2019]

Hay Mat... how's it been running for you. I purchased a 19' a few weeks ago 2.7 STX

[@BUILTDIESELMAFIA]

Enjoyed this video going over all these engines. Good work on this one guys.

[@k.padraigokane1472]

I absolutely LOVE your channel. I have a lifted 2000 XLT 5spd with 34s and E-fan update. Sure, it's not modern, but at least I'm in an F150. :-) This channel lets me dream!

[@bearkatljl]

This is America, V8 or nothing.

[@jimandwendy]

2017 4x4 with 3.5 EcoBoost. Last tank of mixed driving, 21.9 average.

[@kevinbennett2565]

I know theres not much of a market but a 6 speed manual with these engines as an option especially with the 3.5 EcoBoost would be great. . Just being hopeful lol

[@miketr6225]

I have 3,5 ecoboost in florida i get 21 miles a gallon

[@johnpence8529]

The 5.0 will outlast all of the others.

[@davidray4128]

I drove the 2.7 , 5.0 and 3.5 when I bought mine. There was no way I was leaving with anything but the 3.5 eco. The 5.0 would be my last pick of the 3. 3.5 torque is wonderful.

[@longranger5226]

Good info. I was sooo close to going with the 3.5 EB, but chickened our and went with the 5 litre for reasons of reliability and everyone kept telling me that the twin turbos cost $6,000 each if they ever had to be replaced. I’ve driven several 3.5s. The acceleration is, to say the least, impressive!

[@copisetic1104]

Every ford tech I have ever talked to picks the 5.0

[@paulhunter9613]

@@copisetic1104 a car engine in a truck used for towing isn’t a good idea, no real torque till 4000 rpm

[@MidwayGuy]

Dad had a 5.0L coyote in his 2018 Mustang, it started ticking within 1000 miles. Brand new car. Ford replaced the motor and guess what, the tick came back in the new motor.

[@cjhike2456]

I have a 2016 SCREW with the 2.7 and get 25mpg highway consistently doing 60mph. Not a single issue and it tows my 6,500lbs travel trailer with ease. Auto start/stop has never bothered me, the engine starts back up before I get my foot from the brake to the gas peddle. Very happy with the engine and truck!

[@justinluttrell1769]

That's pretty much the same as my V8 truck.

[@BeepThis]

I just drove from Pennsylvania to South Carolina 650 miles with my new 2019 f150 XLT V8 with 3:73 36 gallon fuel tank the truck only had 1000 miles on it. I was getting 19 mph on the trip down. The trip home was 18 mph. I love the V8

[@thomaslaessig2363]

I love my 2.7. Power right from idle and terrific mileage. What else could you want?

[@11riehldeal]

Any issues since this? I am considering a 2020 F150 with the 2.7

[@Mr_Chris77]

I think all the engine choices are great, except the diesel. Absolute waste of money for less horses and torque than the 3.5. Anyway, I'm more worried about the ten speed transmission. I hear they are having issues. Anyone have info on those rumors?

[@ms1406]

I agree they should of never made it i think they should of added a turbo 4cylinder to the list

[@brentvance3958]

We have a 2018 King Ranch with the 3.5, just hit 25k and avg 17.1 MPG from new. We have never reset the trip screen. About 2k is towing a 10k camper and my wife is a lead foot.

[@daver2964]

You can keep that ecobeast! Givec me naturally asp any day. If you need towing over 7000..maybe 5l v8 or 3.7 eco. The xlt 3.3 with group pkg gets me 7000 lb. How often will that ecoboost be in shop for turbo related issues??! Of course people are emotional and they will chime in saying no problems. You guys didn't talk about those issues... So maybe you should!

[@justinluttrell1769]

Far as I'm concerned the 5.0 is the best compromise of all the engines. 94% of the performance of the 3.5 (it beat the Sierra 6.2 for Christ sake), and 94% of the fuel economy of the 2.7 (mine averages 23.8mpg on the interstate, 25.1 indicated), while being cheaper to buy than the 3.5 and cheaper to maintain since the N/A engine will last longer than a turbo V6.

[@paulhunter9613]

If you are willing to settle for a five oh, good for you

[@daltonhill5110]

I wish they offered the 2.7 on King Ranch or Platinum. I never tow above 7,000 ibs and I want the luxury while saving money on engine and gas.

[@justinluttrell1769]

"the luxury" lol

[@raykrv6a]

Thanks for the review of the F150 engine lineup. I'm partial to the 5.0, but like the 3.5 Ecoboost too. I don't know how anyone would pay MSRP on these trucks. My HD 2014 Ram with Cummins was MSRP of 61,400 and I paid 51, 900. Nice discount and cheaper then a F150 I would buy.

[@Jv19979]

Get a 3.5

[@glbligliliyglihglig]

YEAH, But its a DODGE !

[@pedrothemexican3360]

So cool how Ford is so considerate of the LGBTQA+ community by offering all the V6 variants.

[@yakbiker75]

I get 9.5l/100km in my 2.7 on the highway and low 10's combined. Not sitting in big city peak hour traffic though but very happy with consistent hwy mileage.

[@jtomtl]

2.7 Eco-boost for me cuz I am buying a truck for normal car using....

[@namechef7344]

How do you use a truck for car use?

[@CaptainPetrolburner]

So buy a normal car with twice the mileage...